INFOrmation Pages Index: 138 resources

Business Services

· Business News (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The very latest Italian, European and World business news, available online from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· EU Factsheet: Working in Italy (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
EU Factsheets on finding, applying for and ending a job in Italian employment, including information on work hours, workers rights, leave allowances and the recognition of qualifications.

· EU Factsheets: Moving to Italy (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Milan)
Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to Italy: residency, moving cars, money, pets, finding a home, finding a school and more.

· Jobs Offered Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Offering a job or looking for staff in Lombardy? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Jobs Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Looking for a job in Lombardy? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Online Translation (The AngloFILE: Translators & Interpreters)
Use the power of the Internet to get from Italian to English, and back again. Translate words, phrases, sentences - even entire Web pages!

· Postal codes (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Posting a letter in Italy? The post code numbers for all addresses that make up the towns and villages of Milan and the Lombardy provinces.

· Residence Permits, Permesso di Soggiorno & Carta di Sorggiorno in Italy (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Milan)
Information for EU citizens and non-EU (US, Australian) on the residency permit: Who needs what, where to go, how to make the application and the documentation required.

· Strikes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Milan)
Understanding the culture of striking in Italy with links to information on upcoming scheduled strike action, and further information from the Trades Unions.

· Unemployment in Italy (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information for a worker in Milan who loses their job, is fired or retrenched. Details on where to go, how to register for unemployment benefits and job seeking.

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Cars, Bikes & Driving

· Buying & Selling a New or Used Car in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on the paperwork and process involved whether buying a car from a dealership or a secondhand car through a classified advertisement. The documents are required and where they must be sent.

· Cars for Sale / Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Moving? Moving up? Sell your used car or motorbike on the AngloINFO Forum. Needing wheels? A dream auto experience? Buy the car, or bike you need on the AngloINFO Forums.

· Cars, Bikes & Driving Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Getting around Milan & Lombardy on two wheels or four: talk about motoring, motorbikes, classic cars and local rallies. Ask questions and get opinions on all automobile subjects on The AngloINFO Forum.

· Driving in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Motoring notes on the driving laws and you. An introduction to what you must (and must not) do when driving on Italian roads: licences, speeding, parking and alcohol intake limits.

· Exchanging a Foreign Driving Licence in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on how to exchange a foreign driver's licence for an Italian licence. Information applies to European Union citizens (UK, Germany, etc.) as well as those with a non-EU license (American, Australian, Canadian, South African, etc.).

· Importing & Registering Foreign Cars in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
The information you need before you import a car or motorcycle to Italy; including who must register and when, what paperwork is necessary and where to go to get it all done.

· Italian & Foreign Driving Licences (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on driving permits in Italy: who can drive on a foreign driver's licence, and for how long. Information on when and how to exchange a license, and details on applying for a learner's licence and registering for an Italian driving test.

· Motorsport news (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Formula 1, CART, rallies and more - all the latest motorsport news from around the world, from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Road Traffic Accidents in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on what to do when you have a road traffic accident: who to call and how to fill in the accident report document for insurance after a car crash.

· The Green Card (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Also known as the International Motor Insurance Certificate, this is an internationally recognised document (in countries in which the Green Card is valid) and acts as recognisable proof of third party car insurance in case of road accident while abroad.

· Vehicle Insurance in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
General information on an Italian insurance policy, with details on insuring a vehicle (options from third party to all risks) and making a claim.

· Vehicle Roadworthiness in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
All vehicles must undergo regular inspection revisione, by official test centres. This inspection (like the MOT test) is to ensure the car is legal and roadworthy with safe emissions. Find out where and how to get a car tested.

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Community Life: Milan

· Administrative Offices in Milan and the Lombardy Region (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
Contact information for the administrative centres of Lombardy, including where to go for residency papers, vehicle registration, driving licences and more.

· AngloINFO Weather (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
Today's weather in your area, with an extended forecast to help you plan ahead. The service includes high and low temperatures, wind forecast, humidity and likelihood of rain or other weather conditions.

· Bringing Up Toddlers in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
Answers to questions parents in Italy with young children might have, including information on health matters, preschool, child care and parental benefits.

· CIA Facts & Figures: Italy (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about Italy, supplied by the CIA.

· Citizen Guides from Consular Offices (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
Consular offices provide services for their expatriate citizens living in Italy. Services include replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations.

· Death & Dying in Italy (The AngloFILE: Funeral Homes & Undertakers)
Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member in Italy. Also information on the repatriation of remains for a burial or cremation outside Italy.

· English-Language Media (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
A world of information, both local and global - in English. The local and international English-language print and broadcast media that is available to you if you live in Milan and Lombardy.

· Families & Kids Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
The place for you to exchange views, share useful information on parenting, schooling and kid's fun for families in Milan and the provinces of Lombardy.

· Gay & Lesbian in Milan & Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
Information on groups, social clubs and links for gay men and women in Milan and the Lombardy provinces.

· Living With Teenagers in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
Information about issues that effect young people and teens living in Italy, including jobs, volunteer work and exchange programmes. Issues facing teenagers like drugs, alcohol, pregnancy and driving are also addressed.

· Public Holidays in Italy (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
A calendar of the national vacation days when businesses, schools and banks close and people get the day off in Milan and Lombardy's provinces. With links to holidays in the UK and US.

· The AngloINFO Newsroom (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
The latest European and World news. Also Technology, Business, Sport and Entertainment news.

· Utilities - Service Numbers in Milan and Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Problems with your telephone, water, electricity or gas? Find the contact numbers for the main utility services in Milan and the provinces of Lombardy.

· Voting in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
Information on voting in Italy. This page tells you how.

· Voting in the Australian Federal Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Australian Federal Election.

· Voting in the UK General Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
Everything the expatriate UK citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details are all here.

· Voting in the US Presidential Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the US Presidential election.

· What's On - Across Milan & Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Milan)
AngloINFO Milan's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the Lombardy region with events, music, sport and more…

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Computers & Telecoms

· AngloINFO Anywhere (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Specially designed for iPhones, SmartPhones and PDAs, you can have key elements of AngloINFO literally in the palm of your hand. Wherever you are, you can find the local INFOrmation you need most.

· AngloINFO Classifieds & Discussions (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The place for you to buy and sell, find employment or a new car, ask and answer questions, and exchange useful, local information with other members of AngloINFO.

· AngloINFO Postcards (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Send digital AngloINFO Postcards for free! These Web-based greetings cards are ideal for all ages and all occasions - and you can send them at the very last minute if you need to!

· AngloINFO Update (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
AngloINFO's weekly e-mailed newsletter - sign up now!

· Classified Advertisements (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Do you have something to buy or sell? Are you offering or looking for property and real estate? Or seeking staff, or a job? AngloINFO's Classified Advertisements offer you two great options.

· INFOrmation Pages Index (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
A complete list of AngloINFO's local reference library - the INFOrmation Pages. The essential facts about life in and around Milan.

· Linking to AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
How to get us on to your site - for free. Linking code, logos, and even a search box you can build into your website or blog.

· Technology News (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
The latest Internet and Information Technology news stories, available from AngloINFO's Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Telephone Directories (The AngloFILE: Internet, Telephone, VOIP & WiFi)
Online phone books for Italy, the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, the Scandinavian countries and others of relevance to AngloINFO's users.

· Telephones & Internet in Italy (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
Essential contact information for landline telephones, mobile cellular phones and Internet connections for private, domestic or business use in Italy.

· The AngloFILE Business Directory (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The AngloFILE is AngloINFO's comprehensive directory of businesses and services available, in English, in and around Milan. Whatever you're looking for, you should find it here - in English!

· What's New: AngloINFO Milan (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
What's new on AngloINFO Milan - all the most important and latest additions to the site are listed.

· WiFi Internet Access in Milan & Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
How to find a public-access wireless Internet (802.11) hotspot in the provinces of Lombardy, elsewhere in Italy or throughout the world.

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Education & Training

· Bookshop: Language (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Italian language guides and phrase books from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online.

· EU Factsheets: Living in Italy (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Information from the EU on taxes, the cost of living, the health and education systems, the cultural and private lives and... shopping in Italy. Information relevant to any foreigner moving to or thinking of living in Milan or the provinces of Lombardy.

· School Holidays in Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
A calendar of the school terms in Italy: all the dates when the state schools in Milan and Lombardy close for vacation.

· Schooling in Italy (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
The basics of the education system in Italy for children in the school system in Lombardy. Information includes all the stages from creche to pre-primary, primary and secondary education and international schooling.

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Entertainment & Arts

· AngloINFO Bookshop (The AngloFILE: Books & Bookshops)
Titles relevant to Italy on the subjects of biographies, art, history, cookery, the home and guides for foreign children and families moving to and living in Lombardy. Order online from Amazon.

· English-Language Cinema (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Information on where and how to find full listings of what's on at the movies today, and in the near future. Where to find out what's showing in Milan and how to book your seat at the cinema.

· Entertainment Discussion (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The place to talk about the world of entertainment with fellow residents of Milan and Lombardy.

· Entertainment News (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The latest entertainment news from around the world, available online from AngloINFO.

· Festivals in Lombardy, Italy (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Milan and the provinces of Lombardy have a full calendar of festivals throughout the year. Here you will find information and a description of the events with links to their websites where available.

· Literature (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The top titles set in and around Italy, from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online!

· Museums & Monuments of Milan (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Art, archeology, history, literature... Find out how to make the most of the museums using discount tickets and vouchers.

· Online Games (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Play against yourself or other AngloINFO members with our online games - hangman, Iago and the hugely popular numbers game, Sudoku - can you make the Hall of Fame?

· Television & Radio in Italy (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Getting to grips with TV standards, understanding where and how to pay the radio and TV licence fees, and what's available to the TV viewer in Italy.

· What's On: Art (The AngloFILE: Galleries, Art Exhibitions & Sales)
Forthcoming Art events and exhibitions in and around Milan, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Classical Music (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming classical music events in and around Milan, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Jazz, Blues & Country (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming Jazz events in and around Lombardy, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Rock, Pop & Soul (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming rock and pop music events in and around Lombardy, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

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Family Life & Living in Milan

· Animal Organisations in Italy (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Pet shelters and refuges, animal rights organisations and other Italian associations for the protection of cats, dogs and other pet animals.

· Essential Animal Information for Italy (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Who to call for animal information, where to go and how the law affects you and your pet - or any other animal that enters your life in Italy.

· EU Factsheets: Living & Working in Italy (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Milan)
Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to and living in Italy: residency, finding a home, a school and a job, Italian social security and more.

· Getting Married in Italy (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Milan)
Information on the Italian marriage process for foreigners - American, Australian, UK and other European Union citizens - wanting to have their wedding in Lombardy. What to expect, where to go and the documents required for the legal process.

· Having a Baby in Italy (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Milan)
The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Milan. Who to contact and what to expect from the Italy system: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and registering the birth.

· Pet Travel and Moving with Animals to Italy (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Information on the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS), the European Pet Passport and travelling with your pet to or from Italy. Information includes moving pets to or from the UK and Ireland, the USA and Canada and other EU and non-EU countries.

· Pets & Animals Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Anything to do with animals in Italy - whether pets or wildlife - can be discussed here.

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Financial & Legal

· Banking in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on opening an Italian bank account - what documents to provide - the credit and debit cards, payment methods cheques and more.

· Codice Fiscale: the Italian Tax Identification Code (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
The Codice Fiscale is a unique identification number needed to live and work in Italy. It is needed for many administrative matters. Here find information on what it is and how and where to apply for the Italian tax code.

· Exchange Rates (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

· Financial & Legal Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on banking, tax, mortgages, visas and other matters relating to law and money.

· Foreign Exchange & Property Purchase in Italy (The AngloFILE: Foreign Exchange & Currency Transfer)
Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer.

· Foreign Exchange Options (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency to Euros - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis.

· Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

· Lost or Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile Phones in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
What to do and where to call if your credit cards or telephones are lost or stolen in Italy.

· Personal Taxes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on Italian taxes: general taxation on income, how it's calculated, when to pay tax, what exemptions there be and more. Also Italian capital gains tax and how it works, and gift and inheritance taxation.

· Property Taxes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on who pays what taxes and why in the event of a property being bought in Lombardy. With an explanation of the annual property taxes you will be charged as a home owner or a tenant.

· Wills and Inheritance Law in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Key information to understand the various types of Italian Will available, how to go about making a Will and what happens after death. Also find out about Italian inheritance law and how it affects your assets in Italy and elsewhere in the world.

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Food & Drink

· Bookshop: Food & Drink (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Selection of cookery books for the wines and foods of Lombardy and Italy from the AngloINFO Bookshop.

· Foods of Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy means pizza and pasta, but it's also so much more. Find out about the history of Italian cuisine, the many courses of an Italian meal and the regional specialities to be found throughout the country: Milanese risotto and veal, Venetian seafoods...

· Markets in Milan (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
When the countryside comes to you. Find out when and where you can enjoy the pleasures of browsing through an outdoor market in Lombardy for local produce, fresh fruit and vegetables and organic food from the bio-food producers.

· Mushroom Picking in Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy's fields and forests have a wide variety of edible mushrooms. But before heading out to pick them it is essential to have a mushrooming licence. Find out how to get the licence and what mushrooms you can expect to find in the Lombardy region.

· Wines of Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy is one of the world's most significant wine producers. Living in the Lombardy region makes for an excellent opportunity to sample the local varieties. Find out more.

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Health, Fitness & Beauty

· E112 Form: Obtaining Medical Treatment in Other EU Countries (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered.

· Emergency Telephone Numbers (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police and Ambulance. Also drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals.

· EU Factsheets: Social Security in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
EU Factsheets on the social security and employee protection and allowances for the Italian employee. Includes information on maternity insurance, life insurance and unemployment benefits.

· Health Insurance in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the Italian national medical system, which is managed by the Servicio Sanitario Nacional (SSN). Details on who benefits, where and how to register, and what contributions and benefits to expect.

· Helplines & Support Groups in Milan (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
English-speaking support groups and meetings for AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) following the 12 Steps programme, drug aid, cancer support meetings, AIDS and more. See this page for contact information.

· Medical Terminology Glossary (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Needing a doctor? Got an ache? Here is a comprehensive list of English medical terms and descriptions, and the Italian translation for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments to help you communicate a medical problem.

· Notes for the Disabled in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Overview of where to go and what to do if you are mobility, sight or hearing impaired - a wheelchair or cane user - and living in or visiting Italy. Information on the Italian organisations and facilities.

· Social Security in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the Italian Social Security system(Previdenza Sociale) for EU as well as non-EU citizens, including how and where to apply for maternity, disability, unemployment and survivor benefits.

· Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on family planning clinics.

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House & Home Improvements

· Building Renovation: Tax Advantages in Italy (The AngloFILE: Building & Renovation)
Information on the building tax benefits introduced on the materials and work needed when renovating, restoring or restructuring a home in Italy. Benefits are deducted from tax payments. Find out who qualifies and how to apply for deductions.

· Conversion Tables (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing conversion tables.

· Electricity and Home Appliances in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on the Italian domestic power available, wall socket plugs and voltage of kitchen and living room (fridges, TVs) appliances.

· Home & Garden Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on anything to do with your house, renovations, building projects, swimming pools, furniture and interior design ideas.

· Leaving Italy & Moving On (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on what to do when moving from Italy; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets.

· Moving House in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving house is complicated: changing address, notifying the gas, water and telephone companies, your satellite provider, tax office, bank. This list of essential "to-do" items should simplify your Italian move as much as possible.

· Services: Electricity, Gas, Water in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving in? Information on the essential services in Italy and how to get them connected to your home or office in Milan or the provinces of Lombardy. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your electricity, water and gas.

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Property & Real Estate

· Accommodation Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking for a house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Buying a House or Property in Milan (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Italian real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale in Lombardy you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Italy.

· Buying, Selling and Renovating Property in Italy (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Buying or selling a house, villa or apartment, or planning a renovation in Italy requires several essential steps. These include diagnostic and technical reports and planning for unexpected costs as a result of documents required by Italian law.

· English-Italian Property Jargon Guide (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
When reading the property classifieds looking for a house or apartment to buy or to rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are English translations of the key Italian real estate words and phrases.

· Property For Rent Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking to rent out your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Property For Sale Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking to sell your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Renting a House or Apartment in Italy (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
The facts you need to know about renting a house or apartment in Milan: the contract, the deposit, the lease and the legal obligations of the landlord and the tenant.

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Shopping & Style

· Bring & Buy (Or Sell...) (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
FREE classified ads for Lombardy - got something spare or something you want? Tell everyone here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Furniture, Hardware, Appliance & Office Supplies Shopping (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Italian chain stores that supply the basic furniture, home furnishings (curtains, carpets, cushions) white goods and electrical appliances (fridges, stoves, kettles, washing machines and tumble dryers, dishwashers, TVs and computers) for your home.

· Toys & Games: e-Shopping (The AngloFILE: Toys, Games & Hobbies)
Where to buy English-language fun, online. An essential guide to e-shopping for your kids.

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Sport & Leisure

· Daylight Savings Time (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The clocks change twice a year moving from winter (standard) time to summer time and back. Find out when, and how Italy's time relates to the rest of the world.

· Fishing & Angling in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on fishing, angling and the permits required for the fresh water rivers, lakes and dams of Lombardy, as well as sea fishing off the Italian coast. Information includes contacts for local fishing associations.

· Golf in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information for the golfer on golfing in Milan and Lombardy: the Italian Golf Federation, the requirements to play (the handicap system, medical certificates) with information on who to contact locally.

· Hunting in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on hunting in Italy: permits, the season, restricted areas.

· Sailing & Boating in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the rules on boat licences and sailing permits, the sea safety recommendations, maritime weather and more, with details of the ports and harbours and links to local sailing associations.

· Skiing in Lombardy, Italy (The AngloFILE: Winter Sports: Skiing & Boarding)
Practical information on skiing in the Italian Alps. The resorts, access, safety and other information relevant to anyone wanting to snowboard, ski, snowshoe walk or do Nordic cross-country skiing.

· Sport & Leisure Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The place to talk about the world of sports, games, exercise and leisure activities.

· Sports News (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The latest sports news from around the world, courtesy of The AngloINFO Newsroom - from cricket and (various kinds of) football to motor racing and athletics.

· The Great Outdoors in Milan & Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the facilities in Milan and Lombardy for outdoors activities: walks, hikes and cycling activities in the area.

· Yachting News (The AngloFILE: Sailing & Boats)
The latest happenings from around the world of yachts and yachting - stories from media sources around the globe collated in The AngloINFO Newsroom.

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Travel & Tourism

· Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more.

· Bus, Metro & Tram Services in Milan (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Details and contact information on the regional and city bus transport system in Lombardy and Milan.

· European Health Insurance Card (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Launched June 2004, the "Health Card" is for EU residents to use to access medical resourses when travelling outside of their EU country of residence.

· Holiday Accommodation Options (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Taking a holiday in Lombardy? Going on vacation in Italy? Information on finding the right place to stay: self-catering, bed and breakfast, hotel pensione, albergo or youth hostel, find out more.

· Local Tourism Notes (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Information and links for tourists to Milan and Lombardy, with details on accommodation, flights and airports, museums, tourist services and must-see sights along the coast.

· Maps of Milan and the Provinces of Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Access to interactive maps of the region that let you get right down to the level of individual street addresses!

· Milan Airport Contacts (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
How to get in touch with local commercial airports in Lombardy. With up-to-the minute flight information links to bus, taxi, lost property and airport information.

· Trains & Railways in Italy (The AngloFILE: Public Transport: Buses & Trains)
Route maps and booking information for the national rail service, regional trains and the urban train network: to help you find your way around Lombardy.

· Travel Guides - Italy (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the country in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

· Travel Guides - Milan & Lombardy (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
The information you need when planning a visit to Milan or the provinces of Lombardy - from anywhere in the world - or from within Lombardy itself.